--- title: Director MSN Entry Program description: Western University of Health Sciences is hiring for the Director MSN Entry Program role in Lebanon, OR. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/director-msn-entry-program-at-western-university-of-health-sciences-01a16eb5-d9cf-7f86-a153-1de551717d7b date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Western University of Health Sciences as Director MSN Entry Program in Lebanon, OR. Pays $120K per year. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/ze1bl2.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Western University of Health Sciences | | **Location** | Lebanon, OR | | **Salary** | $120K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Western University of Health Sciences sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 8 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Western University of Health Sciences. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $75,000 – $106,000 a year (median $86,000). ## Description About WesternU As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others. Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference. Posting Details | Position Title | Director of MSN-Entry Program | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Position Control Number | A03955 | | Type of Position | Administration | | Position Status | Full-time | | Department | 1802L - MSN-Entry Program - CGN Oregon | | Campus | Western University Campus-Lebanon, OR | | Position Location | Oregon | | Job Summary | **This is a College of Graduate Nursing Administration-level position within Western University of Health Science and is offered in conjunction with a faculty appointment. Together, the administrative role of Director of MSN-Entry Program (PCN A03955) and the faculty role (PCN F03301) comprise a full-time position (1.0 FTE). The salary range listed in this posting represents the total compensation for the combined Administrative and Faculty responsibilities. Please refer to the corresponding job posting under our Faculty jobs section for details on the additional assignment.** The Director is responsible for the implementation and coordination of the MSN-Entry Program. The Director will report to the Site Dean. | | Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Ability to communicate with others, both in person and by using computers, telephones, and written communications. Ability to interact effectively with administration, faculty, staff, students, and outside contacts. Ability to provide academic and professional leadership in policy formulation. Ability to handle detail-oriented assignments and maintain confidentiality. Ability to use a personal computer and to access information through the Internet and communicate via e-mail. Ability to work with and cooperate with supervisory personnel at all levels. Organizational skills necessary in prioritizing workload and delegating responsibility. Knowledge of historic and current nursing education practices and standards. Knowledge and skill with the application of computer-based learning principles and practices. Knowledge and skill with the application of distance learning principles and standards. Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism. | | Required Qualifications | **Education:** Must possess a Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution. **Experience:** A minimum of one year experience in higher education or nursing administration as program director, department chair or similar, and have one year of full-time teaching experience in nursing. State board of nursing approved for teaching in a required subject area. **Licensure:** Must possess a current RN license. | | Preferred Qualifications | **Education:** A doctorate in Nursing or related field. | Essential Job Duties | Key Responsibilities | **Leadership:** The Director works with a wide variety of educational and health care partners to facilitate the successful implementation of the MSN-E program. The MSN-E Director will assist the college to meet its mission and goals. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Administration:** Represents the College of Graduate Nursing as a member of the university community via committee membership and service. Develops, implements, evaluates and advances the College’s educational, scholarly, and public service activities and programs. Suggests new policies or revises existing policies to meet the structural needs for the college unit, the program, and to meet the needs of students. Ensures all legal and accreditation requirements for the MSN-E program are met. Works with the Director of Assessment to complete accreditation reports, BRN annual reports, and required documentation for students to be eligible to take the NCLEX exam for licensure. Develops and oversees a systematic planning process to facilitate and improve the achievement of the MSN-E program to meet its goals and objectives. Maintains classroom space and clinical facilities in good condition and insures that all safety standards are observed. Creates, implements, and evaluates the orientation program for preceptors and non-faculty teaching assistants (nurse preceptors). Maintains records and oversees the communication processes with clinical facilities. Ensures that all students have met the required immunizations and health screenings prior to beginning the clinical experience. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Financial Management:** Assists the Dean and Director of Operations with the annual budget for the MSN-Entry Program. Is fiscally responsible and participates in securing additional resources for program viability. Identifies capital equipment needs. Seeks funding from external stakeholders to support the continued development of the College’s programs. Seeks partnership opportunities, (i.e. clinical skills lab) negotiates contracts and develops other entrepreneurial activities in support of the College’s mission. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Human Resource Management:** Participates in the screening and selection of faculty and staff. Develops programs to retain qualified faculty and staff. Ensures that ongoing faculty and staff development programs are conducted. Participates in the annual review of faculty, staff and college administrators as appropriate. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Student Development/Services:** Encourages student involvement in the evaluation and development of the College’s academic program. Facilitates the lines of communication between the administration, faculty and students to insure a culture of mutual respect and professionalism. Represents faculty and administrators at student events. Assists with admissions interviews and on going recruitment efforts for the college. Administers standards for academic performance and progression and standards for student conduct. Advocates the principles of learner -centered educational approaches, and advocates for students to insure the availability of resources needed to achieve successful student learning and professional development. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Teaching:** Teaches the didactic and clinical portions of the curriculum, per BRN approved content area. | | -------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Key Responsibilities | **Other Responsibilities:** Assists with the continuous quality improvement plan for the curriculum. Monitors and assesses formative and summative indicators of student and faculty achievement; analyzes data and information to provide for the continuous and systematic evaluation of the MSN-Entry program. Conducts an end-of-year review of all activities related to the continuous quality improvement plan. Represents the College of Graduate Nursing at various meetings involving professional and educational associations, governmental agencies, hospitals and other health care delivery organizations, etc. Participates in professional societies and associations. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | Posting Details Continued | Work Schedule | This position is located in Lebanon, Oregon and requires a minimum of 3 days per week on campus. | | ------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, • Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. • Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. • Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. • As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. • WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. • We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people! 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